LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 5 December 1929, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Appearing before Mr J. Kyle, J.P., at Greymouth, an offender charged with helpless drunkenness, was convicted and ordered to pay £l/13/ medical expenses; also to be placed on board his vessel before she leaves port.

Camping tents can be procured from P. G. Willis, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus”. Prices right.—l. Yesterday’s heavy rliin—nearly two inches fell— caused a further delay in shipping movements at the Greymouth port. Almost continuous rain prevented loading operations being carried on, while this morning a strong fresh in the Grey River held up pending outward sailings of several vessels. The bar is workable, with over 27 feet of water on it.,

An intersting and important sign of the times indicating that the establishment of regular commercial air services in New Zealand is not very far distant, is the registration at Wellington of a new company, known as the Dominions Air Lines The capital of the company will be £200,000, and among the objects of ttye company is to carry goods, passengers and mails on the air or on the land. —Press Assn.

The Austin Seven can conquer in conditions of mud, water, sand and hills. See the new model at Baty’s Garage to-day.—Advt.

School pupils will soon be relinquishing their studies and commencing the long Christmas vacation. The Greymouth Technical High School closes on December 16 and will re-open on February 3, 1930. The Greymouth Main and qther State primary schools break-up oh December 19, resuming on February 3. The Greymouth Convent school closes on Decembei’ 13, and the Marist Brothers on December 20. Both re-open on February 3.

One of the many features of the Austin Seven is the reliability of engine and sturdiness of whole construction. See the new model at Baty’s Garage.—Advt.

Viscount Craigavon, addressing an Ulster gathering at Hamilton last night, recommended that further primary industries be established in the Dominion. These would assist in case one of the present industries broke down for a few years. For instance, the flax of the kind used by Northern Ireland' for fine linen might be grown. Empire trade was the cry to-day in Ulster. His Government gave*, preference to Empire goods, and strongly'opposed importing from lands of sweated labour. —Press Assn.

The. Austin Seven can go where othei- cars cannot go Proved by test. See the new model at Baty’s Garage, Greymouth and Hokitika. I—Advt. 1 —Advt.

At Tuesday night’s meeting of the Kaiapoi Borough Council, a report on the borough’s accounts was received from the Audit Department. The Report stated that the condition of the borough’s accounts at the time of the Audit Department’s inspection was unsatisfactory. After a lengthy discussion in committee, the chairman reported that the following motion had been carried: “That the clerk be informed J that the report received from the Audit Department is correct: that the council is thoroughly dissatisfied with the work of the clerk, and insist? on an improvement.”

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

A new type .of “dome” was installed in Mackay Street this afternoon, to indicate 'the limits of the taxi stand. A circular slab of concrete was sunk in the street to the ground level, one being placed in the centre of the roadway at each end of the stand. The surface of the slab is painted white, with the notice, “Taxis only,” in black letters. After a few wheels have run over the legends, however, and oil and dirt have done their work, the letters will probably become indistinguishable, and the labour involved will have been in vain.

The cheapest paint is the paint which lasts the longest, which gives the maximum of protection to the surface to which it is applied. This 13 “Ferrador.” It is superior to, and has double the covering power of Red Lead. Have your roof painted with Red or Green. Dispatch Foundry Company, agents.—Advt.

In order to encourage substantial improvements in the methods of flax production in New Zealand the Government has decided to offer a bonus of £lO,OOO for any process which will achieve that end an,d result in decreased costs and better quality. This announcement is made by the Minister of Agriculture (the Hon. G. W. Forbes), who pointed out that the Prime Minister (Hon. Sir Joseph Ward) in 1911 offered a. substantial bonus for the purpose referred to, and although there were minor improvements the old methods of producing the fibre remained much the same. Mr. Forbes said he felt hopeful that the bonus now offered would lead to results of economic importance to the Dominion.

The Festive Season calls for novelties and W. Reid, Mawhera Quay, has them. Ladies’ Handbags to suit all tastes and pockets. Christmas Cards and Fancy Stationery in endless variety. Grand range of' Children’s Perambulators and Boys’ Bikes, and last, but not least, a large display of Toys.—Advt.

New Season’s Wearing Apparel fashions very latest in Millinery, Jumper Suits, Costumes, Dresses, Coats, Underclothing, Bathing Wear, Hosiery, Gloves, Handbags,' etc. etc. “We sell for less.”—Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton. —Advt.

The Hon. W. L. Triggs and his wife arrived from London by the Ruahine, after an extended tour, which included South Africa. He took part in the inter-Parliamentary Conference in Berlin. He expresses himself as shocked at the racial bitterness in South Africa, and the distinctly antiBritish feeling shown by the Hertzog Government. The treaty with Germany effectually debarred any further preference to Great Britain, and there was no disposition in official quarters to encourage either Britishmade goods, British immigration or the investment of British capital. The anti-Imperial spirit was shown chiefly in the Transvaal and the Orange Free State, and was strongly resented by Natal and Rhodesia, which was thoroughly loyal to the Mother Country. Mr Triggs emphasised the tremendous handicap Britain is struggling with‘in the load of debt, she faces as the result of the war and debt settlements. Instead of being first as exporter she is now third, America and Germany being ahead of her. He was impressed with the advantages enjoyed by France and Germany in regard to loans through the depreciation of the franc and the mark, but said his desire was not to disparage ’these countries nor to criticise the MacDonald Government, but to impress on New Zealanders, with all the earnestness in his power, that the Mother Country was labouring under great burdens, and that to meet the terrific competition with which she is faced, she needs more than ever, the sympathy and active support of every loyal member of the Empire.—Press Assn.

The undoubted success of the Byrd expedition to the South Pole can only be rivalled by the great selling success of Dewar’s Imperial Whisky, Each day finds this old spirit becoming more and more popular amongst the people. Its aged mellowness has gained for it a great reputation that is now world famous. From the centres of London to the rempte countries of the world the name “Dewar’s” is held in high esteem by all men who discriminate and there is little wonder for this great popularity, as “Dewar’s” is truly the very best of good spirits. A. spirit that always reflects true hospitality. Procure a bottle as a sample from Messrs Griffen and Smith, - Greymouth, or any hotel. ,

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

Fissures caused by the earthquake in June last let away the water which floated the Terrace Gold-dredging Company’s dredge at Maori'Creek, and made it inoperative. Recently prospecting by boring has been carried out and the results have been such that it has been decided to excavate another basin and to remove the dredge to it.

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

. The Government Publicity Office is sending motion picture photographers to make the trip frpm Waiho Gorge, Westland, to the Hermitage, Mount Cook, via Graham’s Saddle, and back to the West Coast, via the Copland Pass, to secure moving pictures of the scenery of the Southern Alps. Guide Frank Alack will accompany them, ans will perform a number of ski-ing and climbing feats for inclusion in the < films. The party will spend about a month or six weeks taking the films.

Verandah blinds, tarpaulins and all canvas goods. Prices right. P. G. Willis, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus.”—3.

Of late years the American idea of shops and restaurants in which the customers wait on themselves has caught on all over the world. “Cafeterias” are common eough—there are four in Wellington. Even “grocerterias” —grocery stores in which the ■ customers select their own goods (already parcelled up) are in being in more than one New Zealand town. As far as the Dominions are concerned, however, the “barberteria,” an Australian development, is quite a new thing. In these establishments patrons are provided, for the nimble sixpence, with razor (blade or safety), soap, brush, towels, mirror, and plenty of hot water. Thus equipped, they shave themselves, at a considerable saving both of time and mon'ey. The plan is said to be working well.

When you say Books you mean B. Dixon’s, for that is where you get the largest stocks to select from. Gift Books 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

“Prohibition is the most damnable thing ever introduced into .the States. The harm caused outweighs the good a thousandfold,” said Archdeacon Joseph H. Dodshon, president of the Church Temperance Society of the United States, before, leaving Southampton for New York. The' Archdeacon declared that he wanted to warn England against' the system of local option, which, he said, was the insidious means that had been used to introduce prohibition into the States. The American Church Temperance Sociey had a record of absolute opposition to prohibition, and a vote taken among the clergy of the Episcopal Church showed three to one against. “Upon my return I am going to advocate strongly legislation permitting the sale of light wines and beers,” he added. “In England you are selling your gaols; under prohibition we are building new ones. In the States drunkenness is increasing; in England it is decreasing. The cases of rioting which have taken place in American prisons this summer have been caused by overcrowding, which can be traced directly to pnrhibition.”

New 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, Greymouth. —Advt.

Headquarters for Xmas Novelties. Presents and Toys, Greymouth’s largest variety at “we sell for less” prices. Make your selection now; a small deposit will secure any article. Pay a visit early.—Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton.—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

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 Pencils from 1/- to 30/-, Pen and pencil sets from 2/6 to 25/-. > 3

A Christmas Gift which would be appreciated by all: An His Master’s Voice Gramophone, the latest table models at £l2/10/ and £l7. Upright Cabinet Model at £26. Also a Port--5? ® Elack at £9 or in colours at £ 10. Easy terms arranged. Free catalogues posted to any address.— Obtainable from A. E. Kilgour, Piano, Gramophone and Music Dealer, Mawhera Quay.—Advt.