LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 30 November 1929, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Flags were flying on several public buildings •at Greymoutb. to-day, in observance of St. Andrew’s Day. Messrs W. Scott and Co.’s premises will be closed all day on Monday to enable the staff to mark down goods for the sale which commences at 9.30 a.m. on Tuesday.—Advt. , In a Cornwall, England, Police Court, when the local printer was summoned for not paying his rates, he declared that they would not be paid until the council paid him the money they owed him for printing, adding that the summons which ■ the police handed him had not been paid foi'. Amidst laughter the Magistrate made an order that the rates be paid.

Advance Austin! Britain’s best car. See the new Model 7 Sedan at Baty’s Garage, now on exhibition. —Advt.

Dr. Kidson considers that the red rain reported from Nelson and Blenheim, was caused by dust from Australia. The prevailing winds this week were from that direction, and a a similai” occurrence last year traced to it. The idea that red rain was caused by a thunderbolt was impossible, but it is well known that if ■dust is suspended in the atmosphere in large quantities, it does cause bad thunderstorms. He says it is estimated that at least a hundred thousand tons of Australian soil found its way to New Zealand last year, but the only previous instance recorded was as far back as 1902. —Press Assn.

See the latest model’Austin, 7 Sedan, Britain’s best car, now on exhibition ,at Baty’s Garage. Demonstrations will be given either at Greymouth or Hokitika. —Advt. '

Some people have a queer sense of humour, as was evidenced by a. hoax ? which was attempted in Timaru. While walking along the waterfront on Sunday last, a little girl happened to pick up a cigarette tin, on the front of which was scratched in big letters, the word “Help.” On the back of the tin was the following “Frank Shepherd, Oua Atoll, Pacific. Ocean. Help ! We are in dire straits. F. S. 23 Nov. 1929.” Had the message been dated 1928, instead of 1929, '■ the message might have caused a few inquiries to be made, but the person responsible for this alleged humorous act did not bargain on the tin coming ashore on the day following it having been thrown into the water.

A Christmas Gift which would be appreciated by all: An His 'Master’s Voice Gramophone, the latest table models at £l2/10/ and £.17. Upright Cabinet Model at £26. 1 Also a Portable in (Black at £9 or in colours at . £lO. Easy terms arranged. Free catalogues posted to any address. —Obtainable from A. E. Kilgour, Piano, Gramophone and Music ' Dealer, Mawhera Quay.—Advt.

It is likely that early action will be taken by the Government with respect to the appointment of Trade. Commissioners abroad to represent New Zealand. The question of extending New Zealand’s markets abroad has at various times engaged the attention of successive Governments of New Zealand, and in 1924, when Mr Massey was Prime Minister, a clause was embodied in the Finance Act providing that the Governor-General “may from time to time appoint a person to be -Commissioner for New Zealand in Canada and the United States of America, who shall Jiold office during the pleasure of the Governor-General.” The Government has had under consideration the question of trade representation abroad, and it is likely that after the next meeting of Cabinet a definite announcement will be made With reference to an appointment to Canada.

As a suitable gift for the Xmas season now approaching, a camera will commend itself. The process of pic-ture-making is now so simplified that it is only necessary to select the subject, point the camera and press- the button. With the new Kodaks and Brownies the operation is very simple. Parkinson and Co. can supply the camera and will give every information regarding its use. When the photo is taken, Parkinson and Co. will develop the film and supply the finished print. The new Brownies and Kodaks are now obtainable' in an as-’ sortment of handsome colours, and in addition have a simple attachment for portrait taking. Prices range from 15/ to 21/6 and a full range may be seen at Parkinson and Co.’s. —Advt.

A collision took place at seven o’clock last evening, on the road/ halfway between Dillmanstown and Kumara, when a car driven by John White, an employee of the Westland Power Board at Dillmanstown, crashed into a motor-cycle ridden by Henry Ellery, a school teacher, of Woodstbck. Ellery is said to have been on the wrong side of the road, and to have admitted it, although he could give no explanation. The car was not damaged, but the cycle was wrecked, and Ellery’s left leg was broken juSt below the thigh. After receiving attention from Dr. Booth, of' Kumara, he was removed to the Grey Hospital, where he is progressing as well as can be expected. Ellery is a returned soldier, said to be suffering from shellshock. He has been unfortunate recently, having had his collar-bone broken in a similar, accident about three months ago. He has just been appointed headmaster of the Kanieri School, and is . a former resident of Greymouth. 1 I '• ; '■. ■ > ' ■ ■ ■. . ’. • f Gift Goods at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. Brush and Comb Sets 5/6 to 50/, Manicure Sets from 1/3 to 32/6, Collar Boxes from 2/- to 20/-, Pin Cushions from 9d to 10/6. Gent’s Wallets from 2/6 to 25/-, Ladies’ Purses from 1/- to 7/6, Tobacco Pouches from 2/- to 16/-. Writing Folios from 2/- to 70/-, Music Cases from 7/6 to 18/6, Fountain Pens from 1/6 to 57/6, Propelling Pencfts from 1/- to 30/-, Pen and pencil sets from 2/6 to 25/-. 3

People are always ready to popularise something distinctive, and it is' this that attributes to the great selling success which Dewar’s “Imperial” Whisky is now meeting with. No whisky can compare with the rare and appealing flavour of “Dewar’s”—it is mild and smooth to the palate, a true friend to all men. You would be wise to proqure a bottle of “Dewar’s,” as its distinctive palatable flavour will meet with the greatest approval at all times. Every' bottle is now fitted wth convenient little cap and lever —no trouble to open—preserving its splendid flavour until the very la6t drop. Messrs Griffin and Smith, local agents. The travelling public are notified that Arthur Chettle is at the Exchange Hotel, Reefton. Only tha best stocked. —Advt. ( Fishing from the most favoured point, almost opposite the junction of Tainui Street and Mawhera Quay, a youth this morning caught about three pints of whitebait. The fish, however, were too grown to be considered a delicacy and the whitebait season may be considered to have passed.

Motor hoods and trimmings at P. G. Willis’s, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus”. Prices right.—2. •, ;

The bad effect of the time-payment system on- the auctioneering world was stressed in the Supreme Court at New Plymouth by a witness (an auctioneer) who said that the class of person who used to go to an auction sale for cheap furniture now puts down a few shillings a week and buys new furniture instead.

Camping tents can be procured from P. G. Willis, Mackay Street, opposite * “Argus”-. Prices right.—l. Last month one of the leading novelists of the day, Sheila Kaye 1 Smith, and her husband, Rev. T. Penrose Fry, were received into the Roman Catholic church by Father Martindale, S.J. Mr. Fry is the son and heir of Sir John Fry, Bart. He served in the war, and married Miss Kaye Smith in 1924. He held an Anglican incum- e bency in the South of England for some years. , The supremacy of the Austin Seven is now on exhibition at Baty’s Garage. Ring to-day for a demonstration either at Greymouth or Hokitika. —Advt. Mr H. E. Holland, M.P., has received the following correspondence from the Minister of Education:—“l, am in receipt of your letter forwarding, communications from the Ahaura and Waiuta School Committees in support of application for school giving secondary instruction at Waimaunga. I shall be glad to discussHhis. matter with the Nelson Education Board on my next visit. I am very sorry it wil not be possible for the Parliamentary Committee to visit the district.” Verandah blinds, tarpaulins and all canvas goods. Prices right. P. G. Willis, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus.”—3. Inspection is invited for the latest Rewards, Prizes and Picture Books. Special discount to school committees' and Sunday schools. Catalogues posted free to any address. — A. E. Kilgour, Direct Importer, Mawhera Quay—Advt

“Talking about red tape,” said the man on the waterfront to an Auckland Star reporter, “the best couple of instances I know of happened in connection with a certain Government steamer. Something went wrong with the boilers, and in due-time a man ■ came down to investigate. After the € first few questions the engineer realised that the inspector was out of his depth, and,asked him: ‘Just what are you?’ And: the man replied, ‘l’m a motor engineer.’ ‘And ■»,what do you know, about boilers?’ ‘Absolutely nothing!’ The other case concerns the sequel to a Government inspector’s instructions that biscuit and chocolate must be stored in the lifeboats; as required by the regulations] The requisition went to Wellington, and after due minutings, docketings, and so on, came back endorsed, ‘lf the officers require biscuits and chocolates for their afternoon tea, they must purchase them out of their own funds.’ That joke has been a source of joy for waterfront habitues for months past.” ' ■

Nejw stocks of shirts, pyjamas, ties, cream silk scarves, sports coats, and trousers have just opened up for the Xmas trade. Make your choice early at C. Smith Ltd., Drapers, Greymduth. —Advt.

We have received a, shipment of Nairns world famous linoleum in the following widths: 3ft, 6ft, 9ft, and 12ft. We have a big variety to select from in new and exclusive designs and are twenty per cent, below, last year’s prices. C. Smith, House Furnisher, Greymouth.—Advt. -

Ladies in search of the best values in Handbags should inspect the large stocks just opened up at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street., The latest designs, styles and colours of this season are here at reasonable prices. Prices range from 4/6 to 47/6 each. 1

When you say Books you mean B. Dixon’s, for that is where you get the largest stocks to select from. Gift Bodks for Xmas’ presentation are to be had in endless variety. Books of Fiction, Travel, Biography, History, Art, or Poetry in Art Paper, Cloth or Leather Bindings, and at prices to suit all. Picture Books, Reward Books, Bumper Books and Annuals for the young folk. See our window display. 2

. Last days of Sale Half-price Bargains. Ladies’ Longcloth Knickers, lace and embroidetry trimmed, elastic waist, were 3/11 to 8/11 pair; now 1/-, 1/6, 1/118. Ladies’ Fancy Rayon Dresses, half prices 14/6 and 16/11. Ladies’ Longcloth Chemises 1/11J, Children’s Overalls and Aprons 1/-, 1/4, and l/io. We sell for less. —Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton.—Advt.