LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 12 October 1929, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

A West Coaster’s house —Tattersall s' Hotel Christchurch, the most central and most popular for accommodation, with W. A. Stapleton as proprietor. Advt.

As part of the work to absorb loca unemployed the Public Works Depar - rnent is making arrangements to put a number of men on constructing the two and a half miles of road from Mitchell’s to Inchbonnie.

Special purchase, 12 only S.W., W. and O.S. ladies’ fancy Rayon Frocks, 18/11; 20 only S.W. and Women’s All Wool Repp Frocks; newest shades and styles. Special value 19/11. We sell for Less; Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton. —Advt.

The principal reward of whitebaiters who were out in strong force on either side of the Grey River this morning was an exhibition of laudable patience and misplaced optimism, the hauls being practically negligible. The water was discoloured, but apart from that there appeared to be no run of whitebait during the ebb-tide.

What if friends do surprise you with unexpected visits. You will be ready for them if you keep a bottle of .Dewar’s Imperial handy. A bottle of Dewar’s Whisky charms the eye and, makes the mouth water in delightful anticipation. It has a unique flavour that only genuine old Scotch can give a flavour that tempts and satisfies—a flavour that everyone enjoys. It is the expert and exact process of blending that distinctive flavour you know as Dewar’s. This fine old spirit has won for itself an international appeal and you may rest assured you serve the best when it’s Dewar’s. Messrs Griffin and Smith, agents, Greymouth and Westport.—4o.

An examination of members of the Blackball first aid class was conducted this morning in the Greymouth Town Hall by Dr. Ray.

The travelling public are notified that. Arthur Chettle is at the Exchange Hotel, Reefton. Only the best stocked. —Advt.

The West Coast Miners’ Council yesterday conferred with a view to coming to an agreement in the Blackball mine dispute, which has resulted in the men losing a fortnight’s work. After discussion of the position, a basis of settlement was decided on and will be submitted for consideration to the Blackball Union at their meeting to-morrow.

Want of money compelled a leading Shirt manufacturer to accept our cash offer to clear 6,000 Shirts. Special Shirt Sale now on. . Men’s Neglige Shirts, now 4/4, 5/6 and 5/10. See the windows. Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton. —Advt.

“Vice-presidents are a lot of rot,” stated the secretary during the election of officers at a meeting held near New Plymouth recently. “I understand,” said the chairman, mildly, that vice-presidents give a guinea each to our funds.” The secretary referred to his balance-sheet. “Donations—nil,” he announced. Agreeing that six vicepresidents were unnecessary, the meeting elected only one for the coming season. He had given 10/6 two years ago.

It’s a lot of money £2,000— yet someone is going to win it. And another 104 people are going to win prizes too, in the Aero Club Art Union. The chances are you may be one, if you don’t put off buying your tickets until it’s too. late. October 21 is the day when the sale of tickets definitely ceases, so be sure to buy before then. Tickets are only 2/6 each or a book of nine for £l. Hurry up and get yours to-day.—6.

To-day was Plunket Day in Greymouth, and early this morning stalls heavily laden with beautiful spring flowers were erected at strategic positions in the chief streets, and willing lady helpers commenced the campaign of literally button-holing every passerby. Few were unwilling to assist the good cause and many a manly breast flouted a gay little bunch of violets or freesias. A jumble stall was run by the ladies in their Mackay Street rooms and here brisk business was being done during the day.

The Bo Peep Print is recommended for fast colours. A splendid line for house frocks and children’s wear in lovely colourings and designs, 31ins wide, only 1/6 per yard, at C. Smith Ltd., Drapers, Greymouth.—Advt.

A correspondent in the Eltham “Argus” writes: “The Press report from Auckland regarding the mesmerism of a horse by a white traffic line recalls to mind the peculiar holding power a chalk line has on poultry. Try this—it is amusing to the young folk, and even tickles the elders, particularly if the fowls are in moult. Hold a fowl’s beak down to a board or a table, and, commencing from the beak, draw a chalk line away from the fowl’s beak, letting go the hold on the fowl as you slowly draw the line. The fowl or duck will remain with its beak on the line drawn until pushed or otherwise frightened olf.

For the opening of the tennis season we have a very selected range of Fuji Frocks, cream skirts, sports jumpers and tennis hats, now showing at C. Smith Ltd., Drapers, Greymouth.— Advt.

An interesting ceremony took place at the Clyde Quay School on Wednesday, when, in the presence of the scholars, assembled in the main corridors, the Minister of Education (the Hon. H. Atmore) unveiled a brass tablet, and portrait of the late Mr. Thomas IrVine, headmaster of the school, who died in his office on May 3 last. He was formerly headmaster at Hokitika. The tablet was inscribed: “Erected by the scholars to the memory of Thomas Irvine. M.A., F.R.E.S., Headmaster from 1-4-1925 to 3-5-1929. He died at his post.” The tablet, about 18 inches by 12 inches, on a rimu base, is erected in the main corridor, and an excellent portrait of the late Mr Irvine hangs above it.

Books are the best gifts: A complete range of annuals for boys and girls of all ages. Tiger Tim, Play Box, Puck, Playtime, Holiday, school Girl’s Own 8/- each; Golden Annual 6/6; Chum’s Annual 16/6; Boys’ and Girls’ Own Annual 16/6; Wonder Books 7/6; Chick’s Annual, Rainbow. Write or call for complete catalogue. It will save time and trouble when shopping. A. E. Kilgour, Bookseller and Stationer. The establishment for presents and prizes.—Advt.

Commenting on the use of New Zealand leather, the annual report of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research says:—-“Analyses have been made of the leather produced in all the tanneries of members of the Leather Research Association. The chief defect, if it may be called a defect, disclosed by the analyses has been the low yield of leather. By this is meant the amount of leather produced from the actual weight of the hide. A general improvement in this respect has been made, and the result is that the tanner is now receiving a better return on his input and at the same time giving more satisfaction to his customers. Tests with the wear-test-ing machine have been carried out. So far these tests have shown that the leather produced in New Zealand compares very favourably with English. On each test carried out a New Zealand leather has proved to be the superior article, and average of New Zealand leathers is higher than an imported leather tested. The water-ab-sorption of N.Z. leathers is much less than that of English leathers, and, at the same time, the water is taken up more slowly. From the wearer’s point of view, this is a valuable asset. Also, New Zealand leathers when wet will dry out more quickly.”

The Otagb Harbour Board’s new dredge, Otakau, previously reported overdue, has arrived at Fremantle. — Press Assn.

The gross earnings o£ Gena Tunney as heavy-weight champion were revealed as £343,173 in papers filed in court on his behalf, answering the claims of Timothy J. Mara, sports promoter, for a share.

Parishioners aro requested to note that throughout St. Patrick’s Parish, the hours for all Masses and Devotions to-morrow (Sunday) will be in accordance with Summer Time (i.e., half an houi’ earlier than heretofore). —Advt.

“Tho indications are for southerly moderate winds, becoming variable later. There is a prospect of fine weather, days bright and nights cold. Barometer little movement. Sea smooth and tides poor.”

Bad shoaling on the Grey bar and low tides is interfering at present with shipping movements. At high water yesterday there was only 20ft. 6ins on the bar, which does not allow sufficient clearance for the larger vessels going out.

Useful gifts: Stuart Crystal, ladies’ and gent’s Dressing Cases, Manicure Sets, Safety Razors, Work Baskets, Photo Frames, Onoto Fountain Pens, Waterman’s Fountain Pens, Swan Fountain Pens, Conway Stewart Fountain Pens, Suit Cases, Attache Cases, Hand Bags. A. E. Kilgour, Direct Importer, Mawhera Quay. —Advt.

The remarkable case of a Sydney boy of 15 years, who has stolen 11 horses out of sheer love of the animals, has’ been investigated by the police. It is stated that the boy’s practice was to take a horse, ride it for a while, and then let it go. On the last occasion he exchanged the stolen horse for a watch and chain. 'When he appeared before the Parramatta Children’s Court, an officer of the Child Welfare Department pointed out that the boy had the mentality 'of a child of six years, and it might be possible to apprentice him on a farm. The boy eagerly assented to this, and the magistrate made a recommendation accordingly.

Winter is just about over according to the v calendar, but winter ailments are still with us. If you have used up your bottle of Influenza Specific you should get another one. You simply cannot afford to be without it. The influenza germ is still on the warpath and if you are caught unpmepared you will suffer for your neglect. Parkinson’s Influenza Specific is bottled influenza insurance, is in a compact and convenient form, checks the flu if taken , early, and only costs 1/6 and 2/6. You should always keep a bottle by you.—Advt.

The total net cost of the administration of the Arms Act, 1920, and its amendments from January 1, 1921, until June 30 last, was £28,753, according to a return tabled in the House of Representatives yesterday. An expenditure of £52,185 was incurred under the following heads: —Pay and allowances of members of the Police Force, £35,823; books and sundry expenses, £556; compensation paid for automatic pistols and ammunition surrendered to the Crown, £15,806. Against that expenditure were set receipts totalling £23,432. made up as follows: — License and registration fees, £ 15,816; proceeds of sales and'confiscated firearms, £309; value of automatic pistols and . ammunition taken over as v police equipment, £7307.