LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 26 November 1926, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

The value of building permits issued by the Greymouth Borough Council during October was approximately. £7OOO.

■ For the bridge party, your guests will’appreciate Pascall’s dainty new confection, “Fruit Salad.'—2s.

Fees collected at the Greyiifotith Municipal Abattoirs during October totalled £7O Ils 9d. Stock was dealt with as follows:—Cows 3 (one condemned), bullocks 148 (two condemned), sheep 176, lambs 10, pigs 13, calves 10.'

Fruit Bon-Bons—For the theatre or after dinner use, these confections have a strong appeal. Ask for* Pascall’s, the best.—23.

In connection with the Blackball bridge, the following telegram has been received by Mr J. P. Irvine, member of the Grey County Council for the Brunner Riding, from the Minister of Railways (Hon. F. J. Rolleston): —“Further to your telegram to the, Hon. W. Downio Stewart, the Blackball bridge will be open for railway traffic to-morrow Saturday).”

The search for good footwear invariably leads to Chalk’s. . The latest shoes for men, at reasonable prices. Men’s Nigger Tan Oxford Shoes, 30/-; Men’s Black Glacie Oxford Shoes. 27/6, 32/6; Men’s Patent Oxford Shoes, 38/6; Men's Glacie Derby Shoes, screw toes, Pat. Cap. 25/-. You can’t go wrong by selecting your footwear from Chalk’s assortment. Where the good boots come from. — Advt.

Remarking that the regulations under the Health Act, 1920, should be’ adopted, Cr H. F. Doogan last evening explained to the Greymouth Borough Council that, under Section 133, it was provided the regulations should apply only to such parts of New Zealand as were gazetted by the Miki/ster' of Health. He moved that the Minister be requested to gazette the regulations as applying to Greymou’r Ike resolution was seconded by Cr F. A. Kitchingham and carried.

A decision decided “certainly unbeatable value” 1000 pure linen TeaTowels 3 for 2/11; 1000 pure linen Glass Towels 3. for 2/11, procurable only, from, C. Smith Ltd., Drapers, Greymouth.—Advt.

Some time ago, Kennedy Bros, motor ’bus proprietors, took the trouble to have time-tables printed and placed in glass-fronted frames for the convenience of their patrons. One of the time-tables was located near the Recreation Ground, and another in Tainui Street. This morning, it was discovered that vandals had been at work, and had completely smashed the cages containing the. time-tables. Messrs Kennedy Bros, offer a reward of £5 to anyone giving information that will lead to the conviction of the vandals.

Fruit Salad.—A dainty new confection ; a Pascall’s creation. Delicious fruit flavours. —24.

Two big meetings of the Suburban Transit and Social Club, were held on the outskirts of Mount Eden last night. Although less than a month old, it was reported that the present membership is 100, and the proposal to run a community ’bus, in which the members would each have an interest would probably herald the inauguration of community-owned services of a new type, with several ’buses controlled by groups of residents. The first ’bus began running last Monday (telegraphed our Auckland correspondent).

Christmas Gifts for young and old. Fashionable ladies’ hand bags from 7/6 to 22/6; Decorations for Christmas trees etc. at 4£d each; Large assortments .of crepe de chine bows and ties in all the leading shades; Georgette and crepe de chine jacots in cream and coffee shades. The very latest in champagne kid gloves with fancy gauntlets. New lines of holeproof silk hose in shades of grain peach, champagne blush, Frenchnude at 6/11 pair.—C. Smith, Ltd., Greymouth, The House for Christmas presents.—Advt.

A slip on the Rewanui line held up traffic between there and Dunollie this morning, but traffic was resumed this afternoon* The subsidence ■at Omoto is still causing trouble, and the line dropped 18 inches during the night, but was ballasted up again first thing this morning. Traffic between Ngahere and Blackball will be resumed at six o’clock to-morrow morning. The bridge repairing gang has “beaten the clock” by two days, the Engineer, Mr J. McNair having previously promised, that if conditions were favourable, train traffic to Blackball could be resumed on Tuesday, November 30.

Kilgour’s for the latest in Xmas stationery boxes.—l/-, 1/6, 2/6, 4/6, 8/6, 12/6 to 27/6 each; fountain pens, 2/6, ■4/6, 7/6, 12/6, 21/-, 25/- to 35/-; ladies’ and gent’s dressing cases, 12/6, 17/6, 25/-, 30/-, to 130/-; gent’s shaving stands, 2/6, 5/6, 7/6 to 45/- each; ladies’ hand mirrors, 2/6, 3/6, 5/6,' 12/6 to 65/- each; manicure sets, 8/6, 12/6, 15/-, 20/- to 65/-. A. E. Kilgour’s for Xmas presents and prizes.—Advt.

Wandering stock on High Street were complained about by Cr R. J. AVilliams at last evening’s meeting of the Greymouth Borough Council. He stated that the residents had tried to improve the appearance of the street, but were disheartened at the damage done. The Council should ask the Magistrate to make the penalties imposed upon the owners of wandering stock more severe. The Mayor (Mr W. H. Parfitt) stated that the matter had been placed in the hands of the Borough Solicitor, who would prosecute in future, instead of the Ran'ger. Owners of wandering stock would thus have to pay the solicitor’s fee (£1 Is), in addition to any fine imposed.

Xmas gift goods that will delight your lady friends.—The latest handbags 10/6 to 54/-; Wrist and arm bags 5/6 to * 30/-; Manicure sets, 3/6 to 00/-; Sewing sets, 2/6 to 35/-; Glove boxes, 21- to 5/6; Brush sets, 8/6 to 60/-; Toilet cases, 2/6 to 12/6; Hair brushes, 2/6 to 35/-; Writing folios, 3/6 to 60/-; Handkerchief boxes, 2/to 5/6 ; Comb sets, 1/- to 3/6 ; Purses, II- to 16/6; Scent sachets, 1/ to 2/6 ; Fancy soaps, 1/- to 2/6> Scents and perfumes, 1/- to 21/-; Soap boxes, 1/- to 2/6; Pin boxes, 1/- to 2/-; f(and mirrors, . 4/6 to 35/-; Boxed stationery, 1/- to 26/-; Bath salts, 1/3 to 7/6; Serviette rings, 10d to 4/6. Inspect these lines at B Dixon’s, Tainui Street. —Advt.

A resolution suggesting that the Government should remove Mr Stronach Paterson from the position of Government representative on the Dairy Control Board, was carried at the half-yearly meeting of members of suppliers’ committee? of the New Zealand Co-op. Dairy Co., in the districts round Papakura. The resolution expressed concern at the attitude taken by Mr Paterson in the recent attacks on the Board’s London manager. It concludes “We further consider the producers’ interests are not being served by Mr Paterson, and in the opinion of this meeting, the Government should be requested to appoint a member in his place, having! the Interests of (ho producers’ nti heart.” I

When in Greymouth ®tay at the Hotel Dominion, the sporting and oommerci a± bruise; one minute from Railway Station, G.P.0.,, and Banks. Superior service, excellent table. Papers delivered to bedroom with morning tea. Speight’s and Monteith’s Ales on tap. E. J. Kiely, Proprietor.— Advt.

An average of over 450 books per week were read by the subscribers to the Greymouth Municipal Library, dttrlilg October, the total for tile month being 1,852. Twenty-nine tickets were issued, and 20 books placed on the shelves.

Kilgour’s lay-by system—you pay a small deposit.—Advt.

It was stated by Cr H. F. Doogan at last evening’s meeting of the Greymouth Borough Council, that the Grey Power Board Engineer (Mr J. Lythgoe) intends, so far as possible, to alter the electric lighting from the sides to the centre of the main streets of the town.

Ambrosia Cream Chocolate.- “The Glory of Devon” in a packet.” The chocolate par excellence. Leading confectioners recommend it.—22.

The proposed formation of a Town Clerks’- Association in New Zealand was last evening approved by the Greymouth Borough Council, on the motion of Cr J. O’Brien, who stated “everybody knew that the Town Clerk was everybody’s devil, kicked and cuffed by councillors and public alike.” He did not see why Town Clerks should not form a Union as well as everybody else. The resolution was seconded by Cr G. R. Harker supported by Cr J. W. Greenslade and carried.

Lovers of a good Wholesome beverage should try McGavin’s Oatmalt Stout. It is considered t’-. e finest brewed article in New Zealand. Griffen and Smith, Ltd., are the local agents. —Advt. ( .

That the Cobden Jrown District be invited to join “Greater Greymouth,” was a suggestion revived by Cr R. J. Williams at last evening’s meeting of the Gi'eymoufh Borough Council. He stated that the Cobden people were now at sixes and sevens as to whether they should rejoin the Grey County, and it would do no harm for the Borough Council to get in first. On the suggestion of the Mayor; (Mr W. H. Parfitt), Cr Williams agreed to give notice of motion concerning the scheme, for next meeting.

Hurry in before the final bargains are hurried out. Slump sale definitely closes on Monday, Nov. 29. Lower marking in every department. New season’s goods are being fired out regardless of cost. No lower prices anywhere. Come and see for yourself. —McGruer’s, the Store that Undersells, Greymouth, Reefton and Hokitika. —Advt.

A worker was laying bricks at the rate of 21 per minute on R. Hannah and Co.’s job at the Tainui-Mackay Street, junction. In case the above statement may come to the notice of the Bricklayers’ Union, it may be explained that the man was laying the bricks on a pile as they were thrown to him by a comrade, in readiness for construction of the walls. Two teams were engaged in the brick-passing business; if they gave and took passes as well on the football field they would doubtless catch the eye of the All Black selector.

Xmas gift goods for men. —Pocket wallets and letter cases, 2/- to 30/-; Key cases, 3/6 to 10/6; Military brushes, 7/6 to 60/- a .sot; Writing folios. 2/- to 60/-; Writing cases, 15/-. to 70/-; Fountain pens from 9y6 to 63/-; Propelling pencils, '3/- to 35/-; Shaving mirrors, 2/9 to 12/6 , Shaving outfits, 15/- to 42/6; Shaving brushes, L- to 8/6; Cigarette and cigar cases, 5/- to 25/-; Fancy pen holders, 1/- to 2/6; Collar boxes, 2/6 to 21/-; Tie boxes, 2/6 to 4/6; Stud boxes, 1/- to 2'6, Pipe racks, 2/- to 8,'6; Photo albums, 2/- to 21/-; Shaving soaps, II- to 2/-. Latest novels, 6/.-;. Books of travel, etc., all the latest. Cloth brushes, 1/3 to 14/6; Set of chessmen and boards, 6/6 to 40/-.' The best values and dependable quality goods are at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street.— Advt.

Cr. Ryall stated at yesterday’s, meeting of the Grey County Council, that as a result of the recent floods,' a number of dead animals had been washed up on the North Beach, and, were becoming a nuisance to residents in the vicinity. It was a qu'es-i tion whether the County or* the Health Department should attend to their removal. If the matter was. one for the Health Department time would be lost reefrring to them and arguing the point. In the meantime, the settlers would have to put up : with the offending carcases. . The, County Engineer stated that a tin of kerosene and some drift wood would, “do the trick” and the County had better attend to the matter at onbe.j This was agreed to, it being thought probable that if the Health Department did the work, the County would be asked to “foot the bill.” >

The end of a busy bargain sale. Slump sale ends on Monday, Nov. 29. Make the most of the few remaining days. Lower markings in every department. . Roon} must be found for heavy Xmas shipments. We're really making it worth your while to pay a visit to the store that undersells. — McGruer’s, Greymouth, Reef ton and Hokitika.'—Advt.

Youi’ choosing of Xmas gift goods will cause you no worry or concern if you select your requirements from, the largest stocks of seasonable lilies’ at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. The store is packed from floor to ceiling, with the latest productions in fancy goods, fancy leather goods,.. fancy, novelties, fan y china, fancy boyeel stationery, reward and prize books, gift books in art paper and leather covers, Xmas stationery, cards ‘and post cards, books, of views, dolls, Dean’s toys and animals, Xmas tree decorations, fancy crackers and bon-bons. Everything that you will require for the festive season is here at the lowest possible prices, and are the best values obtainable. Come in and inspect them. Do your Xmas shopping early. We will put anything aside for you that you require.—Advt.'

, Under the policy inaugurated last • year, of making financial provision for various contingencies, in the same manner us would be done by a I business concern, the Railway Department established a special fund to meet losses caused by washouts i and other accidents, but it is clear i that the recent floods over .the Dominion have caused expenditure, which will absolutely wipe out the funds then set aside (telegraphed our Christchurch correspondent). The 3 1926 financial statement of the Dep partment showed that £31,505, had j been transferred to the fund thereby , created. Rolling stock absorbed / C i 300 of the . amount, leaving a ; balance of £24,205. No estimates are available as to the cost of re-: storing bridges and the permanent' way in Canterbury and the West’ Coast, but the prediction that the ! cost will be'in the vicinity of double the amount in the special fund for the whole Dominion may not’ be bdside the mark, Through tout! the service, administrative officers seem imbued with enthusiastic determination to build up returns to make the railways, pay dividends. The recent floods (have placed a distinct handicap I against any Immediate realisation of / that hope. ■